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Episode 44 - Scorpio Specs and Fan Mail!
April 10, 2017 23:40 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBThis wee, we dive into the officially revealed specs for the upcoming Xbox Scorpio console - how does it compare to the original Xbox One and the PlayStation 4 Pro? We talk about new releases coming out this week, and which deals you need to jump on. Finally, we dive into fan mail questions and find out what you in the community want us to be talking about. As always, you can join in on the conversation by joining the Third Sun Gaming Podcast Forums on Facebook or by following us on Twitter @...
Episode 43 - Scorpio Rumors and Destiny 2
April 04, 2017 02:20 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBIn this week's episode, we discuss Xbox Scorpio rumors and the reveal trailer for Destiny 2 - coming sooner than was originally thought. Graham details major new releases, and Mike walks us though all of the best deals available for gamers this week. In discussion, we answer fan mail questions and dig into whether the Nintendo Switch was released too early. Also, should it be held to the same standard as the Xbox One and PlayStation 4? As always, join in on the conversation by being part of o...
Episode 42 - Monthly Giveaway! And What About Splatoon?
March 26, 2017 17:43 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MBJoin us this week as we discuss a possible release date for Destiny 2, which games will be at EA Play in June, and how much of a presence will Fallout 4 VR have at E3? Xbox insiders are about to get new features to play with, and Diablo 3 gets a new update. Graham fills us in on what we can get in stores, and Mike lets us all know what we can save money on. Finally, we reveal the winner of our first monthly giveaway! You can join in on the conversation by becoming part of our Facebook group, ...
Episode 41 - Let's Do the Crab Walk!
March 19, 2017 17:21 - 1 hour - 91.4 MBThis week, we talk about the animation problems surfacing in Mass Effect: Andromeda - do they take away from the experience in the game? We also talk Pokemon Go, Scorpio, For Honor, and we discover that collecting every last Korok seed in Zelda gets you exactly what it should. In discussion, we answer fan mail and look forward to E3 2017. As always, you can join in on the discussion by becoming part of our Facebook group or by following us on Twitter @thirdsungaming!
Episode 40 - What Do We Want In Open World Games?
March 11, 2017 23:38 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MBThis week, we cover how well the Nintendo Switch did in its release week, as well as upcoming new content from a variety of popular games. PS4's newest firmware update is now live, and Xbox puts the hammer down on a feature in Conan: Exiles. In discussion, we answer questions from the community and chat about what we've been playing (one of us just got Switch this week, and he's not one of the fanboys). As always, join in on the discussion by being part of our Facebook group or by following u...
Episode 39 - Nintendo Switch Reactions!
March 06, 2017 23:51 - 1 hour - 118 MBThis week, we discuss the newly released Nintendo Switch. Does it live up to the hype? Also, Graham and Eugene discuss their early experience with the new Zelda game. In news, we talk Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass plan, Battlefield 1 DLC, and what exactly will carry over to Destiny 2 this fall. We also got to play Sea of Thieves last week and give reactions to that. Finally, we answer fan mail questions. As always, you can join in on the discussion by joining our Facebook group or by following u...
Episode 38 - Switch is the best. The best. So many people are saying it.
February 26, 2017 16:04 - 1 hour - 115 MBThis week, we talk Microsoft exclusives, news on Fallout 4 VR, and upcoming new Bethesda games. Titanfall 2 gets a new mode with double XP for a weekend. Graham enters Nintendo defense mode about all things Switch. We detail all new games coming this week, as well as what games and consoles you can save money on. We answer questions for the community and see if anyone can defeat mike in our 25 questions game. As always, join in on the conversation by being part of our Facebook group or by fol...
Episode 37 - I Want Everything For Free!
February 17, 2017 22:39 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBThis week, we talk about a couple more E3 conferences being given times and dates, as well as what the Switch interface looks like since someone got their hands on one early. If you're a huge fan of PlayStation Now, this is not a good week for you, and it's an even worse week if you think Nintendo should never charge for DLC. Graham takes us through the new releases, and Mike lets us know what we can all save money on this week. In discussion, we get to fan mail questions as well as play our ...
Episode 36 - COD Changes, Destiny 2 News, and More Ubisoft Delays
February 14, 2017 00:17 - 1 hour - 103 MBThis week, we talk about the changes rumored to be coming to the Call of Duty franchise in 2017, as well as some news about Destiny 2. Ubisoft delays yet another game, and some Nintendo Switch pre-orders get cancelled. Graham runs down the list of games you can get your hands on this week, and Mike details all the deals worth talking about in the world of gaming. As always, you can join in on the discussion by joining our Facebook group or by following us on Twitter @thirdsungaming!
Episode 35 - EA News and PSVR in 3D!
February 08, 2017 01:05 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBThis week, we cover the biggest news out of the quarterly EA call, including news about Star Wars Battlefront 2 and Madden 18. The PS4 is getting a large update soon - what's in it? Nintendo finally gives up on the Wii U for good, just like Eugene has given up on trying to win our 25 questions game. As always, join in on the discussion by becoming part of our Facebook group or by following us on Twitter @thirdsungaming!
Episode 34 - Scorpio Leaks and Say Goodbye to Snap
January 31, 2017 01:36 - 1 hour - 162 MBThis week, we discuss the news that leaked surrounding the upcoming Xbox Scorpio console. How powerful will it be? Also, we prepare to say goodbye to snap mode on the Xbox One, as well as discuss release dates and upcoming DLC for some popular games. In discussion, we answer fan mail and discover who comes out on top in this week's 25 questions segment. As always, you can join the discussion by joining our Facebook group or by following us on Twitter @thirdsungaming!
Episode 33 - Wii U's Swan Song
January 24, 2017 03:02 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBThis week, we discuss the final major title that will release for the Wii U, as well as numerous betas that are on the way in early 2017. EA announces its E3 plans, and Xbox introduces a new guide. We answer fan mail questions and find out if anyone can pull into a tie with Mike in our video game 25 questions segment. As always, join in on the conversation by joining our Facebook group or by following us on Twitter @thirdsungaming
Episode 32 - Bear With Us While We Switch (Snap)
January 15, 2017 17:48 - 1 hour - 107 MBThis week, we get into the big Nintendo Switch reveal and talk about both the console itself and the horribly awkward conference. What games will be available at launch? What exactly is the online service Nintendo is offering with it? In other news, Scalebound is cancelled by Microsoft, while Gears 4 and Titanfall 2 ramp up for new DLC. We also play our first ever 25 questions game - who will come out the winner and grab the point this week? As always, you can join in on the conversation by j...
Episode 31 - Release Dates and Fan Mail
January 10, 2017 02:32 - 1 hour - 105 MBJoin us for the misery that is the early January gaming season as Graham details all of the mostly non impressive gaming releases this week. However, fun is on the horizon with release date announcements for both Mass Effect Andromeda and Injustice 2. We talk about the upcoming Nintendo Switch conference and get into listener questions during our fan mail segment. Be part of the community by joining our Facebook group and following us on Twitter @thirdsungaming!
Episode 30 - New Year's Resolutions!
December 31, 2016 01:15 - 1 hour - 155 MBIn the final episode of 2016, we remember the year that was in gaming, talking about all of the high (and low) points from 2016. Mike fills us in on the holiday deals still going on for games on both major consoles, and in discussion we talk about our resolutions for 2017, with both individual gaming goals and goals for the podcast. Finally, we answer the fan mail we received this week. Join our Facebook group to take part in the discussion with our community!
Episode 29 - 2017 Wish List and Holiday Giveaways!
December 24, 2016 05:01 - 1 hour - 110 MBThis week , talk about our gaming wish list for 2017 as well as give away our final prizes for the 2016 holiday season. In news, Battlefield 1 has lots of announcements, and Star Wars Battlefront offers a special promotion. We talk about what games we've been playing, and answer questions from the community! As always, join the discussion by joining our facebook group, following us on Twitter @thirdsungaming, or by joining our xbox group.
Episode 28 - Super Mario Run and Holiday Giveaways!
December 19, 2016 03:38 - 1 hour - 137 MBSuper Mario Run is finally out for IOS - most of us have played it, what do we think? How many Xbox players have tried out the backwards compatibility feature? Many games have holiday events kicking off, and Call of Duty achieves something it didn't want to. Graham covers every game we can get new in stores, and Mike walks us through some great deals to be had. Finally, one lucky listener wins a digital copy of Battlefield 1 in Week 3 of our Holiday Giveaways!
Episode 27 - Holiday Giveaways!
December 09, 2016 03:48 - 1 hour - 107 MBEpisode 27 marks Week 2 of our 4-week holiday giveaways based on questions received from the community. In news, we discuss PlayStation sales achievements both in consoles and PSVR, new content for Battlefield 1, and further rumors about what you might be able to play on the upcoming Nintendo Switch. In new releases, does The Last Guardian live up to the hype? Eugene has played it and lets us know his thoughts. Finally, we talk about what we've been playing and answer questions submitted by t...
Episode 26 - Final Fantasy XV and Playoff Champions!
December 05, 2016 03:41 - 1 hour - 156 MBThis week, we discuss the release of Fanial Fantasy XV - Eugene has been playing it, so what does he think of the game despite lower than expected reviews? What can explain Titanfall 2's lower sales in the face of universally high reviews? While we're on the topic of sales disappointments, what is considered the biggest flop of the 2016 holiday season? In discussion, we recap our Game Awards predictions and declare a winner, as well as give away the first of our holiday giveaways to members o...
Episode 25 - Game Awards Predictions!
November 28, 2016 03:30 - 1 hour - 130 MBThis week, we discuss the welcome trend of games offering free DLC to players, with in-game purchases only being for cosmetic items. Would you be disappointed if Xbox's snap mode went away? You might find out. Why has Watch Dogs 2 been such a gigantic disappointment on the retail front? What hints has Remedy been dropping about their new game? In discussion, we talk about The Game Awards and offer up our predictions for the biggest categories. Be sure to listen to Episode 25 for a chance to w...
Episode 24 - Black Friday Deals!
November 21, 2016 04:04 - 1 hour - 106 MBThis week, we take a look at all the great deals you can get on Black Friday this year in the US. In news, Xbox celebrates its 15th anniversary by winning October NPD to make it four months in a row on top. Battlefield 1 finally gets a big update out, and adds hardcore servers and Fog of War. Could you have your PSN name suspended for sharing pics of a naughty NPC in Watch Dogs 2? Speaking of PSN names, is there renewed hope that you might be able to change your name on the service? We get in...
Episode 23 - Introducing a New Co-Host!
November 18, 2016 00:37 - 55 minutes - 76.7 MBThis episode, Tyler is still on the road but we had time to sit down with our new member of the team, Eugene. He talks about his love for gaming, as well as what his favorite systems and games of all time are. We get into a couple of the news items from the week, but check back this weekend for a new full episode of the Third Sun Gaming podcast for all the news, deals, and releases in the world of gaming!
Episode 22 - Lessons Learned on the Road
November 14, 2016 02:57 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBThis week it's a solo act as Tyler chimes in from the road during a three-week trip for work. We apologize for the short episode, but wanted to get new content out to our community without having to wait until all work-related travel was done.
Episode 21 - Whiny Little B***h
October 29, 2016 23:54 - 1 hour - 114 MBFair warning - this week's show is even more NSFW than normal :) In this week's episode, we address the problems with our website and how a whiny little bitch temporarily ruined it for everyone. We get into the news of the week, which brought us some clarification on the new Nintendo Switch. Also, what happened to Evolve Season 2, and when might we see MLB The Show 17? Is Microsoft getting into the VR game, and if so, will Xbox see the benefits? Graham takes us through the new releases this w...
Episode 20 - The Switch From Awful to Hopeful
October 23, 2016 16:35 - 1 hour - 107 MBThis week, we discuss the reveal of the new Nintendo Switch - does it sway the people on the show not named Graham? We also talk the official announcement of Red Dead Redemption 2 by Rockstar. Also, Dead Rising 4 gets its season pass detailed and we'll be getting yet another remaster. Graham takes us through what new games are in the store this week, and Mike lets us know what we can save our money on. As always, you can join in the conversation by following us on Twitter @thirdsungaming!
Episode 19 - Nobody Cares About The Maple Leafs!
October 16, 2016 21:43 - 1 hour - 112 MBThis week, we dive into the release of the new PlayStation VR, as well as what games you can get for it out of the gate. Microsoft wins NPD for the third month in a row, and Overwatch hits a big milestone. Mike details what we can all save our money on, and Graham gets us caught up on all big non-VR releases, including the awesome Gears of War 4. In discussion, we talk momentum in sports games, and whether split screen co-op is really still a good thing. As always, you can join the discussion...
Episode 18 - Pre-Order Bogus
October 08, 2016 16:07 - 1 hour - 125 MBThis week, we get caught up on news and releases after a couple of weeks of technical difficulties. How many consoles did Microsoft hope to sell this generation? Really? Also, Graham gets us caught up on what we can get in stores, including Forza Horizon 3 and Xcom. In discussion, we dive into how pre-order bonuses are changing and why that's not a good thing. Also, we discuss those poor souls that truly believe gaming causes people to behave a certain way in everyday life. As always, join th...
Episode 17 - Delays, Delays, Delays
September 16, 2016 23:58 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBSuprise! Ubisoft has delayed another game. Even bigger surprise! A PS4 exclusive is delayed. We talk delays to two highly anticipated games that were supposed to come out this fall, and how we feel about it. Also, we cover the large amount of AAA games you can buy this week, along with what deals are out there to save money on. In discussion, we talk NHL and how in the world Sony can think the primary competition for their PS4 (semi) Pro is the PC and not the Xbox Scorpio. Join the conversati...
Episode 16 - Going Semi-Pro
September 12, 2016 01:47 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBFirst, during this episode we incorrectly state that Forza Horizon 3 is releasing September 13. That is incorrect, as the release date is the end of September. Just wanted to clear that up. This week, we discuss Sony's big announcement of the PS4 Pro and the updated PS4 slim. We cover new games releasing, and the top news stories of the week. Finally, does the PS4 Pro set up the Xbox One for success going forward?
Episode 15 - The Calm Before The Storm
September 03, 2016 04:31 - 1 hour - 95 MBWith just two weeks remaining before the beginning of the fall gaming bonanza, we talk about our experiences with Madden, the rumored NX features, and how EA's Peter Moore can make people excited and sad within the same week. Forza Horizon 3 has gone gold, and there's a special surprise waiting in the game for Halo players. In discussion, we talk about DDOS attacks, strategy guides as a crutch, and which genre of game would we want on a desert island. As always, join the discussion by going t...
Episode 14 - The Xbox Onesie Is Finally Here!
August 27, 2016 23:08 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBThis week, we discuss the rumored upcoming PS4 Slim model, along with the $10 hike in PlayStation Network fees. Battlefield season pass, No Man's Sky, the Division, and Battlefield UI all make the news, along with the release of the Xbox onesie. Graham is finally able to tell us about new AAA games hitting the store, and Mike covers what everyone can save some money on. In discussion, we talk about how to prioritize games when on a budget, remasters, and sandbox games. Join the discussion by ...
Episode 13 - Nosulus Rift For Everyone!
August 20, 2016 03:09 - 1 hour - 114 MBThis week, we talk about the ridiculous "VR" peripheral Ubisoft has created, along with new features coming to games this fall and some newly announced release dates. In other news, will Graham really buy an $800 blu-ray collection? We talk patches to No Man's Sky, Madden 17 early access, and betas for Titanfall 2 and FIFA 17. Finally, do we think the diminishing role couch co-op plays is a bad thing? What is the best argument for getting the PS4? When do new innovations to a game make it not...
Episode 12 - Why Would a Collector's Edition Include the Game?
August 12, 2016 23:25 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBThis week, we discuss the fact that a special Battlefield 1 collector's edition comes with everything you'd ever want - except the game. Sony might actually be announcing the Neo soon, and Xbox emerges victorious in July. A major release highlights this week's new games, as No Man's Sky makes its much anticipated arrival. In discussion, we talk about the lingering public perception about the PS4 and Xbox One, why surprise announcements in gaming are a thing of the past, and Graham defends Nin...
Episode 11 - Get the Rope, Goose!
August 05, 2016 15:16 - 1 hour - 115 MBWe take time this week to honor the memory of one of the show's biggest fans who is gone too soon. In news, we discuss the launch of the Xbox One S and ask Graham how he's liking it so far. Inside gets a release date on PS4, hints of new games coming to Nintendo NX, and a professional soccer player is quitting his day job to become a professional FIFA video game player. In discussion, we talk NHL 17 beta and a little Pokemon Go. Join the discussion at www.thirdsungaming.com or by following us...
Episode 10 - Fan Mail, and Nintendo is Doing What?
July 30, 2016 03:39 - 1 hour - 130 MBJoin us as we discuss the rumored portable nature of the Nintendo NX, along with the rest of the news this week. In new releases, how does We Happy Few perform in the preview program? Mike covers what you can save your money on, and we dive into the NHL 17 beta. What is better about it than last year's game? Finally, we answer fan mail in the discussion segment, covering everything from season passes to cross play.
Episode 09 - Gotta Catch Em All!
July 22, 2016 22:56 - 1 hour - 123 MBXbox One S gets a release date! Who on the show is buying one? Will cross-play ever actually happen between Sony and Microsoft? Rise of the Tomb Raider and Dead Rising 1 are headed to PS4 soon, and Xbox Live usage reaches a new high. How long do we think the Pokemon Go craze will last? We discuss our own experiences with the new game and what exactly makes it so addicting. Do we prefer the overall experience on the Xbox or the PS4 more?
Episode 08 - Who You (Not) Gonna Call?
July 16, 2016 00:43 - 1 hour - 106 MBThis week's episode finds us amazed at how truly bad the new Ghostbusters game appears to be based on the reviews. We talk Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony's Gamescom plans, and about how Pokemon Go has taken over the world in mere days. In the dead of summer, new releases are paltry again, but will Mike save us with some deals worth shelling our money out for? Finally, we get into backwards compatibility, Gamestop, and E3 leaks during our discussion/fanmail segment. Follow us on Twitter @thirdsu...
Episode 07 - Back to the Wild West!
July 08, 2016 15:46 - 1 hour - 107 MBWe talk about the excitement we all have about playing Red Dead Redemption on Xbox One! Also, Blizzard brings the hammer down on cheaters, Evolve changes its strategy, and an update on No Man's Sky. We cover a pretty thin slate of new games releasing this week, but give you the best deals in the huge summer sales taking place on the Xbox and PlayStation platforms. Finally, is backwards compatibility on Xbox One a success? How can the reputation system be changed for the better? What are our o...
Episode 06 - Titanic Sucks
July 02, 2016 00:32 - 1 hour - 113 MBWe discuss the news of the week, including the Bioshock collection (which is now official), WWE 2k17, Destiny, and The Division. We cover the new releases for the week, including Inside, which one of us absolutely loves. What do we think of James Cameron's comments about Star Wars? Finally, we talk about why games like The Division can't keep their player base on consoles, and we discuss our games of the year for the first half of 2016.
Episode 05 - At Death's Door
June 25, 2016 02:59 - 1 hour - 111 MBJoin us as two-thirds of us battle through a summer cold to bring you gaming news in the week following E3. We talk PS4 Neo, Red Dead 3, and the NHL 17 "gameplay trailer". Also, Mike tells us that he may have been in the trailer for one of the most iconic movies of all time. It might be the cold meds talking. We discuss retro gaming, Olympics themed games, yearly sports iterations, and what we'd like to see change at E3 in the future. Finally, Graham defends Nintendo as we discuss whether the...
Episode 04 - E3 2016 Recap
June 17, 2016 17:21 - 1 hour - 94.9 MBThe Third Sun Gaming team recaps E3, including some of the news that broke after all of the conferences on Sunday and Monday. We cover the high points from Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo and give you the rundown of the ridiculous amount of games newly available for pre-order. Have any of us changed our mind about whether Sony or Microsoft came out victorious? What are our top five favorite things from the show this year?
Episode 03 - E3 2016! Ubisoft and Sony Conferences
June 14, 2016 05:37 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBWe break down the high points from the Ubisoft conference, and go in depth on the entire Sony press conference from E3 2016. From amazing games like God of War and The Last Guardian to an impressive VR lineup, the Third Sun Gaming team gives you opinions on all the news from E3.
Episode 02 - E3 2016! Microsoft Press Conference
June 14, 2016 05:25 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBWe break down the Microsoft press conference from E3 2016, covering everything from exclusive games to new hardware. Is this finally the year that the Xbox has the upper hand at the biggest gaming show of the year?
Episode 01 - E3 2016! EA and Bethesda
June 14, 2016 04:52 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBIn our very first episode, we kick off with coverage of the best week in gaming! Join Graham, Mike, and Tyler for coverage of the EA and Bethesda conferences at E3 2016. How does Titanfall 2 look? Does Battlefield 1 continue to impress? Fallout 4 VR! Will Dishonored 2 be as good as we're hoping?